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Master of Public Administration

Applications Still Being Accepted for Summer and Fall 2012 

The primary objective of the MPA Program is to provide professional training in public and non-profit administration. The curriculum emphasizes the development of administrative and analytical skills. Students develop mastery through applied techniques and administrative exercises appropriate to the management of government, nonprofit, and arts-related organizations.

MPA students have the option to concentrate their studies in several specialized areas:

  • Non-Profit Management
  • Urban Management & Policy
  • Arts Administration
  • Emergency Management
  • Public Finance

Certificates are available to students wanting specialized training within Non-Profit ManagementUrban Management & Policy, Arts Administration, Emergency Management and Public Finance; but not necessarily interested in pursuing a Masters degree.

The MPA Program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA).

Be sure to check out the MPA Student Newsletter.

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Contact Us


Master of
Public Administration
9201 University City Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001

Director
Prof. James Douglas
Phone: 704-687-4532
jwdougla@uncc.edu

Administrative Assistant
Ms. Anne Davis
Phone: 704-687-2577
apdavis@uncc.edu